Our autumn event schedule and all the latest news…
Don’t Miss Out On Our Upcoming In Person Workshop – Next Week in London!
Date: 3rd September 2024, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: The London Irish Centre, NW1 9XB
Take your Anti-Social Behaviour management to the next level with our highly-rated Level 2 ASB Case Management Principles course! Perfect for both beginners and seasoned professionals, this hands-on training will empower you with the latest techniques to manage cases effectively, improve outcomes, and gain an accredited qualification. Learn from industry experts and leave with skills you can apply immediately.
The Highlights:
- Full-day in-person training
- Highfield-certified Level 2 qualification
- Practical strategies for effective ASB case management
Don’t miss out – Enrol today and invest in your skills for just £149+VAT.
Last Chance For Early Bird Pricing at the #ASB10 Conference
Don’t miss your opportunity to save on tickets to our in person ASB Conference!
This is your final call to take advantage of our Early Bird prices. Whether you’re looking to network, learn from industry leaders, or gain insights into the latest trends, the ASB Conference is the place to be. You’ll need to be quick as this special pricing ends at midnight on the 3rd September.
Secure your spot now and be part of the celebration – there are less than 50 days until the party and less than 20 tickets remaining in our current allocation – you do not want to miss out!
Attending the Community Housing Summit? We’ve Got An Invitation For You…
Less than two minutes from the main event for this years Housing Community Summit we have organised in collaboration with Devonshires, CMSG and The Social Housing Round Table a drinks reception and round table event!
This networking event will bring together attendees from Day One of the conference to network, explore key themes and emerging topics while decompressing after a full on day. We would love you to join us – click to the link to RSVP and we will see you there!
At the event our partner Janine is chairing one of the sessions – In conversation: action on anti-social behaviour. This session brings together expert speakers on the challenges relating to tenancies and anti-social behaviour and threats to community safety. You can find out more about the session here.
ASB News & Discussion
Stop & Search – An Essential Part Of The Toolkit Or Too Prone To Misuse?
The National Crime Prevention Institute (NCPI) has prepared a detailed report on stop and search practices used by police in England and Wales. This report aims to inform ASB professionals about the effectiveness, costs, and impacts of stop and search, especially on children and young people.
Stop and search, governed by frameworks such as PACE and Section 60, allows officers to search individuals for unlawful items. The report finds that while stop and search can moderately impact violent crime, its effectiveness in the UK is lower. It also highlights concerns about negative effects on mental health and community trust, particularly among minority groups.
Key findings include that targeted, intelligence-led stop and searches are more effective, and the cost is relatively low, at £10 – £16 million annually. Recommendations stress the importance of targeted approaches, regular officer training, and community scrutiny to ensure fair and effective use. For more details, see the full report and resources from The Youth Endowment Fund:
Take Part In The New Victims’ Commissioner Survey on Court Delays
The Victims’ Commissioner Baroness Newlove has launched a survey to assess how court delays, including the Crown Court backlog, are affecting victims across England and Wales. The survey seeks to capture victims’ experiences with court waiting times and the impact of these delays on their interaction with the justice system.
Amid rising concerns about the strain on victims and support services due to lengthy delays—evidenced by recent Ministry of Justice figures showing a record Crown Court caseload and high rates of case adjournments—the survey aims to provide valuable insights and could be really useful for ASB professionals who are directly impacted by delays. For example, nearly 27% of cases were rearranged on the trial day as of late 2023, and significant numbers of victims have withdrawn due to delays.
The survey, which is anonymous and takes just five minutes to complete, will inform the forthcoming report. Victims whose cases resulted in a CPS charge can participate, with the survey available in English and Welsh until 12 September – why not share the link with your relevant contacts to encourage maximum participation?
New Article – Is Your Mindset Resilient For Your Challenging Career?
In our latest article we are exploring the topic of resilience and mindset for challenging careers. With the events over the summer, you may be an ASB professional feeling the weight of your demanding role… In this article you can discover how harnessing the power of mindset can transform your approach to challenges and boost your career satisfaction. In this insightful guide by specialist Mindset Coach Shelley Bosworth, you can explore practical strategies for cultivating a growth mindset, enhancing resilience, and creating an environment to thrive despite the pressures of your job. Check it out and let us know where you are with your mindset as we finish a highly pressured summer, and if some of these techniques could make a difference for you.
Janine & Darren’s Weekly Round Up
Did you see our posts this month during #OpportunityDay on LinkedIn that brought to life the stories of our associates and how they got started with a career in ASB? We took the opportunity to do a poll and ask the question “Did you set out to work in ASB?” and the response was astounding – 96% of everyone who voted said that they DID NOT set out to work in ASB!
This is definitely food for thought when it comes to thinking about attracting and retaining talent in the sector, when there are so many amazing people creating meaningful impact. What are your thoughts on how we can make ASB a career that is a first choice?
The summer is drawing to a close and we have an amazing Autumn line up of events scheduled that we hope to see you in person for. If you are attending the Community Housing Summit then we would love to see you at our roundtable drinks reception, and don’t forget to secure your tickets for the #ASB10 Conference at the early bird rate before prices rise on the 4th September. For our full line up of events, including all of our upcoming live training opportunities both online and in person, check out our events page and get signed up!
We hope you had a lovely bank holiday and end the month well!
Janine & Darren